Occupational Therapist
Top Benefits
About the role
PREP is well known for its success in supporting families and children with Down syndrome, and we take pride in our role as an advocate for inclusion for over 37 years. Our therapists educate parents, health care professionals, and educators about best practices for skill development and identify measurable, achievable goals that motivate parents and professionals to work together to help each child realize their full potential.
PREP currently has an opening for an Occupational Therapist to join our multi-disciplinary team and make a real difference in the lives of children with Down syndrome. This unique opportunity will provide a range of experiences to develop your skills as an OT and allow you to share your expertise as you work alongside families, staff, educators, and other professionals. We are currently looking for someone to join our team to provide individual sessions onsite and support our PREP families with their FSCD contracts. While there is some flexibility in hours, FSCD contracts for Middle Year students require therapy support to be offered outside of school hours, which means availability during some later afternoons (no later than 5:30pm) will be required. PREP is currently in need of someone to fulfill a 0.8 FTE position (28hrs/week) Tues-Fri, but there may be some flexibility depending on the experience and flexibility of the successful candidate.
Job responsibilities include:
- Creation and monitoring of occupational therapy goals and strategies
- Provision of individual, family-centered therapy
- Communication with parents, therapists, and other support team members
We offer:
- A permanent position with a guarantee of hours
- A flexible work environment
- Access to a dedicated team of professionals for support
- Paid vacation time during our regular site closures for Christmas and Spring break
- Paid professional development opportunities
The ideal candidate will:
- Be comfortable working independently and with a multidisciplinary team
- Have strong time management and organizational skills
- Be a strong communicator (both written and verbal)
- Enjoy working with children
- Have experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Be comfortable in a flexible work environment
Professional Qualifications:
- Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university
- Registration in the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT)
Additional Experience:
- Experience with FSCD contracts considered an asset
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $47.00-$63.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Education:
- Master's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- occupational therapy: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- ACOT license (required)
Work Location: In person
About The PREP Society for Individuals with Down Syndrome
The PREP Society for Individuals with Down Syndrome is a nonprofit organization that provides innovative educational and therapy services to children with Down syndrome.
PREP has the privilege of accompanying parents on the challenging, yet ultimately rewarding, journey of parenting a child with special needs. We believe in "inclusion for life" that starts in the home, continues in school and community and ultimately leads to the workplace.
Occupational Therapist
Top Benefits
About the role
PREP is well known for its success in supporting families and children with Down syndrome, and we take pride in our role as an advocate for inclusion for over 37 years. Our therapists educate parents, health care professionals, and educators about best practices for skill development and identify measurable, achievable goals that motivate parents and professionals to work together to help each child realize their full potential.
PREP currently has an opening for an Occupational Therapist to join our multi-disciplinary team and make a real difference in the lives of children with Down syndrome. This unique opportunity will provide a range of experiences to develop your skills as an OT and allow you to share your expertise as you work alongside families, staff, educators, and other professionals. We are currently looking for someone to join our team to provide individual sessions onsite and support our PREP families with their FSCD contracts. While there is some flexibility in hours, FSCD contracts for Middle Year students require therapy support to be offered outside of school hours, which means availability during some later afternoons (no later than 5:30pm) will be required. PREP is currently in need of someone to fulfill a 0.8 FTE position (28hrs/week) Tues-Fri, but there may be some flexibility depending on the experience and flexibility of the successful candidate.
Job responsibilities include:
- Creation and monitoring of occupational therapy goals and strategies
- Provision of individual, family-centered therapy
- Communication with parents, therapists, and other support team members
We offer:
- A permanent position with a guarantee of hours
- A flexible work environment
- Access to a dedicated team of professionals for support
- Paid vacation time during our regular site closures for Christmas and Spring break
- Paid professional development opportunities
The ideal candidate will:
- Be comfortable working independently and with a multidisciplinary team
- Have strong time management and organizational skills
- Be a strong communicator (both written and verbal)
- Enjoy working with children
- Have experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Be comfortable in a flexible work environment
Professional Qualifications:
- Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university
- Registration in the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT)
Additional Experience:
- Experience with FSCD contracts considered an asset
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $47.00-$63.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Education:
- Master's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- occupational therapy: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- ACOT license (required)
Work Location: In person
About The PREP Society for Individuals with Down Syndrome
The PREP Society for Individuals with Down Syndrome is a nonprofit organization that provides innovative educational and therapy services to children with Down syndrome.
PREP has the privilege of accompanying parents on the challenging, yet ultimately rewarding, journey of parenting a child with special needs. We believe in "inclusion for life" that starts in the home, continues in school and community and ultimately leads to the workplace.